About us
Craving fresh air and epic adventures? You’re in the right place.
From hidden city gems to wild mountain trails, day hikes to camping trips, paddleboarding to snow trips – if it’s outdoors and awesome, we’re up for it! 🌿
👉 To walk every Wednesday evening around the city or the North shore, please join our Evening Walks Club
We're a vibrant, respectful community that thrives on shared adventures and personal responsibility. Before joining us outdoors, please take a moment to read our simple guidelines below:
🛡️ Safety & Responsibility
- Know your limits: Choose events that match your fitness and experience level. Read event details carefully and come prepared. Reach out if you’re unsure.
- Bring the essentials: Each event lists what to bring – gear, water, snacks, etc. You're responsible for your own wellbeing and safety.
- Stay safe: While we take care in organising, outdoor activities carry risk. The organiser/host isn’t liable for injuries, so please act responsibly and let us know if you have medical concerns.
✅ RSVPs, Attendance & Timing
- Only RSVP “Yes” if you’re committed to coming. If your plans change, update your RSVP promptly—even if you're on the waitlist.
- Be punctual. Arrive at least 10 minutes early, especially if the location is unfamiliar. Please don’t expect the host to take calls or give directions while managing the event.
- Stick with the group. If you wander off, you're on your own.
- Guests are welcome, but you're responsible for ensuring they follow all group rules.
- Children under 18 may attend easy-rated events only with host permission and must be supervised at all times.
- Pets are not allowed unless clearly approved beforehand (usually only on some urban trails).
🌏 Group Culture & Conduct
- Respect and kindness come first. We’re here to enjoy nature and connect. Disrespect, abuse, or disruptive behaviour will result in removal and ban from the group, and may be reported to authorities.
- The organisers’ decisions are final. This includes events, waitlists, and group membership.
- Use comments responsibly. Keep them relevant and avoid clutter (e.g., no “can’t come” or weather updates). Organisers aren’t obligated to reply to every message but will help where needed.
- Respect privacy. Don’t post identifiable photos of others without consent. If you prefer not to be in group photos, let the organiser know in advance.
💚 Contributions & Support
This is a free community run by volunteers. For most hikes, a small gratuity (typically $5) is appreciated and helps cover expenses like Meetup fees, First Aid certification, and event planning.
Note: This is separate from Meetup+, which is an optional $10/month feature that provides perks like priority access, but does not cover event fees or benefit organisers.
🤝 Connect with us - follow us on Instagram 📸
📱 Check TrekMeet, an upcoming outdoor community app: http://trekmeet.com/
🙎🏻♂️ Manish (Organiser): http://manish.pm/ or https://www.linkedin.com/in/manishpm
🌿 Respecting Country
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which we walk and explore. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and honour the stories, culture, and connection to Country.
Upcoming events
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⛰️ The Great North Walk 1 - Wondabyne, Warrah Lookout and Woy Woy
Wondabyne Station, Wondabyne, NS, AUOZ Outdoors GNW series is back! We're restarting our Great North Walk —a scenic but challenging 260km walking track connecting the Sydney CBD with Newcastle. We will be completing this in reverse, multiple phases over the winter.
For our first leg, we will embark on a challenging ~20km track, climb Mt Wondabyne, take in the views at Warrah Lookout, and finish at Woy Woy station. Good fitness and previous experience with challenging hikes are essential, as we will maintain a steady pace of around 4km/h with short breaks.
Transportation Note: We will start from Wondabyne station - look details below, and finish at Pearl Beach and walk to Umina/ take bus to Woy Woy station.
Before you RSVP, be sure to read the full description:
- Difficulty and Terrain: Hard (experienced hikers only). Expect multiple ascents - total over 600m, stairs, waterfalls, lookouts, caves, and beaches.
- Start: 9:00 AM sharp at Wondabyne Station Platform. (Crucial: You must travel in the very last carriage—Car 8 if coming from the city—and notify the train guard, as this is a request-only stop). Finish: Patonga / Pearl Beach area.
- Route: We will start the trek by exploring Kariong Brook Falls, followed by multiple lookouts and the steep climb up Mt Wondabyne. Our journey then continues south along the GNW through Warrah Lookout, offering breathtaking coastal views and finish at the small Pearn Beach town, and walk to Umina/Woy Woy.
- Gratuity: A $5 contribution is appreciated to help cover our Meetup subscription and group running costs. Carry Cash or ask for PayID.
Important - Please Read:
- What to Bring: Wear proper hiking shoes, bring ample hydration (Minimum 2.5L of water- No refill available), pack enough snacks/lunch, sunscreen, hat, and weather protection, basic first-aid and insect-repellent spray.
- RSVP responsibly – Treat it as a commitment; update or cancel 12–24 hrs before.
- Arrive early – All route/gear info is in the description; hosts can’t field messages during the event.
- Stay together – It's a volunteer-led community walk; keep the host in sight and let them know if you leave.
- Safety first – Your safety is your own responsibility! You agree to follow host instructions, public-health orders and OZ Outdoors guidelines: https://www.meetup.com/ozoutdoors
- Get involved – You're welcome to send the host feedback or let us know if you’d like to lead such walks.
- Connect with us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/ozoutdoors.syd
- LinkedIn (Manish): https://linkedin.com/in/manishpm/
5 attendees
🌿 Blue Mountains: Grand Canyon, Cliff Top & Pope's Glen Circuit (~17km)
Blackheath Railway Station, Blackheath, AUJoin us for a spectacular 17km full-day circuit through the heart of the Blue Mountains National Park! We will be exploring the ancient, fern-filled Grand Canyon, combining lush, shaded gorge landscapes with dramatic cliff edges and sweeping valley views. Good fitness is essential given the long distance and a challenging 800m+ of total elevation gain.
Before you RSVP, be sure to read the following:
- Difficulty and Terrain: Hard because of distance and climbs, good pace and multiple elevation gains! Expect a diverse mix of bush tracks, hills, stairs, and some paved streets at start and finish.
- Start at 10:10 AM at Blackheath Station platform (start depend on public transport), finish back here around 4:30 PM. You can take BMT trains from Central station or you can park at the station.
- Route: Starting from Blackheath Station, we will wind our way through Neates Glen and descend into the famous and beautifully immersive Grand Canyon gorge. After trekking along the canyon floor, we will climb back up to take in the stunning cliff-top panoramas at Evans Lookout and Govetts Leap. Finally, we will loop back via the picturesque Pope's Glen track to finish our day right back at the station.
- Gratuity: A $5 contribution is appreciated to help cover our Meetup subscription and group running costs. Carry Cash or ask for PayID.
Important - Please Read:
- What to Bring: Wear proper hiking shoes, bring ample hydration (Minimum 2.5L of water- No refill available), pack enough snacks/lunch, sunscreen, hat, and weather protection, basic first-aid and insect-repellent spray.
- RSVP responsibly – Treat it as a commitment; update or cancel 12–24 hrs before.
- Arrive early – All route/gear info is in the description; hosts can’t field messages during the event.
- Stay together – It's a volunteer-led community walk; keep the host in sight and let them know if you leave.
- Safety first – Your safety is your own responsibility! You agree to follow host instructions, public-health orders and OZ Outdoors guidelines: https://www.meetup.com/ozoutdoors
- Get involved – You're welcome to send the host feedback or let us know if you’d like to lead such walks.
- Connect with us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/ozoutdoors.syd
- LinkedIn (Manish): https://linkedin.com/in/manishpm/
22 attendees
✨ Vivid Sydney Lights Walk: The Rocks, Barangaroo & Dinner (~7km)
Wynyard Station, York St, Stand N, Sydney, NS, AUJoin us for our annual Vivid walk—a captivating evening exploring the awe-inspiring Vivid Sydney light and sound installations! This walk covers nearly 7 kilometres and follows over half of the official Vivid Light Walk route at a leisurely pace, with short breaks at the most popular installations.
🚨 Critical Vivid Info: While I will share our live location in the group chat, please make a strong effort to stay with the group. Vivid gets incredibly crowded and it is very easy to get separated! If you do get lost, don't panic—you can simply enjoy the installations at your own pace by following the official map (select "Map" on the page): https://www.vividsydney.com/events/date/upcoming
Here's what you need to know (read this all before RSVP):
- Difficulty and Terrain: Easy. This is a leisurely evening stroll on fully paved urban streets, footpaths, and waterfront boardwalks. Please note: navigating through very dense crowds will be required.
- Start time: 6:00 PM sharp outside Wynyard Station (York Street Stand N). Please arrive by 5:50 PM.
- Finish: Around 8:30 PM near Barangaroo / Wynyard Station. Afterwards, some of us will head out for an optional group dinner and drinks at a local bar (venue TBD).
- Route: We will embark on the official Vivid Light Walk, taking in the illuminated wonders around the City, Circular Quay, and The Rocks. We will continue through Walsh Bay and wrap up at Barangaroo, checking out the spectacular light and music installations along the way.
- Gratuity: A $5 contribution is appreciated to help cover our Meetup subscription and group running costs. Carry Cash or ask for PayID.
Important - Please Read:
- What to bring: Comfortable shoes (uneven terrain possible in some areas), water (refills available), torch for dark sections, and weather-appropriate clothing.
- RSVP responsibly – Treat it as a commitment; update or cancel 12–24 hrs before.
- Arrive early – All route/gear info is in the description; hosts can’t field messages during the event.
- Stay together – It's a volunteer-led community walk; keep the host in sight and let them know if you leave.
- Safety first – Your safety is your own responsibility! You agree to follow host instructions, public-health orders and OZ Outdoors guidelines: https://www.meetup.com/ozoutdoors
- Get involved – You're welcome to send the host feedback or let us know if you’d like to lead such walks.
- Connect with us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/ozoutdoors.syd
- LinkedIn (Manish): https://linkedin.com/in/manishpm/
31 attendees
🥾 Great North Walk (Leg 2): Hawkesbury River to Cowan (~16km)
Hawksberry River Station, Brooklyn, Central Coast, AUJoin us for the second leg of our winter adventure along the Great North Walk! This 16km hike is notoriously one of the most challenging sections of the GNW (which spans 260 kilometres of stunning trails connecting Sydney and Newcastle). Good fitness and endurance are essential as we tackle steep climbs and rugged terrain.
Read the full description before RSVPing.
- Difficulty: Very Hard (intended for experienced hikers only). Expect a demanding pace of around 4km/h and multiple steep climbs with a total elevation gain of roughly 700m through stunning, rugged bushland.
- Start: 9:00 AM sharp at Hawkesbury River Station (meet at the Dangar Road exit/platform). Please arrive a few minutes early. Finish: Cowan Station around 4:00 PM.
- Route: This challenging trail takes us via the fire trails around Brooklyn Dam before a steep uphill push to join the main Great North Walk ridge. We will tackle significant ascents and descents, eventually dropping down into the beautiful Jerusalem Bay track and campsite, before making our final steep climb out to finish the day at Cowan Station.
- Gratuity: A $5 contribution is appreciated to help cover our Meetup subscription and group running costs. Carry Cash or ask for PayID.
Important - Please Read:
- What to Bring: Wear proper hiking shoes, bring ample hydration (Minimum 2.5L of water- No refill available), pack enough snacks/lunch, sunscreen, hat, and weather protection, basic first-aid and insect-repellent spray.
- RSVP responsibly – Treat it as a commitment; update or cancel 12–24 hrs before.
- Arrive early – All route/gear info is in the description; hosts can’t field messages during the event.
- Stay together – It's a volunteer-led community walk; keep the host in sight and let them know if you leave.
- Safety first – Your safety is your own responsibility! You agree to follow host instructions, public-health orders and OZ Outdoors guidelines: https://www.meetup.com/ozoutdoors
- Get involved – You're welcome to send the host feedback or let us know if you’d like to lead such walks.
- Connect with us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/ozoutdoors.syd
- LinkedIn (Manish): https://linkedin.com/in/manishpm/
10 attendees
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